Birds of Glen Ivy
Introducing the Birds of Glen Ivy and the Temescal Valley
The Santa Ana Mountains, which rest between Riverside and Orange Counties, are considered to be the last intact coastal ecosystem in Southern California. The Gavilan Hills are one of the region’s most important Grassland Ecosystems and Temescal Creek carves an important riparian corridor between the two lofty ranges. At the heart of where these important natural communities meet is called an ecotone, and this is where we find Glen Ivy Hot Springs.
Because of this diversity in plants, geology, elevation, and the availability of clean surface water, the Temescal Valley is an important flyway and stopover for many birds. With this in mind, Glen Ivy Hot Springs is pleased to present Birds of Glen Ivy and the Temescal Valley. This dynamic new bird list documents more than 3 years of research and field records.
Totaling more than 150 birds, the list includes seasonal occurrences and rarities as well as those you’re likely to see any time at Glen Ivy. Over time the list will grow, as many of the area’s birds like to hide in dense brush, or float on open water. Others are active in the twilight hours and quiet the remainder of the day. To see some of the birds of Glen Ivy and the Temescal Valley, call us for a personalized bird watching tour, ask for a copy of the list during your next visit to the Hot Springs, or download here at home and bring it with you. And who knows, maybe you will be the first to see a bird not yet on the list!
See you soon and happy birding!
-Patrick Mitchell
Director of Landscapes and Sustainability
